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'It's such a slap in the face': Job seekers in their 50s share the unique challenges they face

Job seekers in their 50s share how ageism, AI, and ghosting have shaped their job searches and career pivots in today's market.

'It's such a slap in the face': Job seekers in their 50s share the unique challenges they face

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Job seekers in their 50s share how ageism, AI, and ghosting have shaped their job searches and career pivots in today's market.

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